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MWR Recreation Specialist (Fitness Instructor)


Job Location:

San Diego, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 48100 - 48100
Posted: 6 October 2026 (4 days ago)
Application Deadline: 4 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Summary

This position is located at the MWR Fitness Center of the Fleet and Family Readiness (N9) Department (FFR) at Naval Base Point Loma. The purpose of this position is to plan organize and conduct a physical fitness program that provides conditioning programs for authorized patrons.


Duties

  • Plan organize and conduct a physical fitness program that provides conditioning programs for authorized patrons.
  • Instruct individuals and groups in the proper implementation and maintenance of conditioning and training programs for aerobic fitness muscular fitness body composition and flexibility training.
  • Conducts micro-fit testing which includes measuring individuals aerobic capacities their body fat percentage recommended height/weight ratios strength flexibility muscular endurance and blood pressure.
  • Works with various command representatives in developing and implementing physical fitness programs for military personnel.
  • Instructs patrons in the proper use of all equipment for training and self-monitored progress by preparing written instruction and procedures for the performance of work use of equipment safety and well-being of all involved.
  • May train/lead other employees in various recreation/physical fitness-related positions.
  • Registers students collects fees maintains attendance and appropriate accounting records.
  • Ensure all safety measures are observed.
  • Responsible for care of equipment and security of facilities.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements
Conditions of employment
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
  • Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation.
Qualifications

  • A minimum of one-year experience that demonstrates a working knowledge of the assigned program.
  • Certification in CPR and First Aid is required.
  • Nationally recognized fitness certification required.
Education

This is not in a positive education series.

Additional information

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment.

Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required.

In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005 if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents. Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.


Required Experience:

IC